Practice as a Pathologist at UPMC in Altoona, PA

Our organization is seeking to hire two community Pathologists for a hospital located in Altoona, PA. While fellowship training in Cytopathology is preferred, it is not mandatory. Candidates must hold AP/CP ABMS Board Certification or be Board Eligible.

Position Highlights

• The surgical pathology department at our facility handles over 13,000 surgical cases and 3,000 non-gynecological cytopathology specimens annually.
• Become part of a dedicated team of two pathologists.
• Access to specialty pathology consultations and services from our academic core pathology team in Pittsburgh.
• Night and weekend on-call duties are shared equally among the team.
• Specialty pathology services offer expertise across various domains, including advanced immunohistochemistry, imaging, and molecular Anatomic pathology.
• Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance, medical malpractice coverage, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Employer sponsorship for visa and permanent residency applications.
• Six weeks of paid time off.
• Relocation assistance.
• Opportunity for a Clinical Academic appointment.
• A continuing medical education allowance of $4,110.
• Coverage for PA licensure fees and one to two professional memberships.

About Our Hospital and Health System

• Our hospital serves a primary service area that includes six counties in central Pennsylvania, catering to a patient population of approximately 350,000.
• The secondary and tertiary service areas for trauma and stroke services extend across 18 counties, with a total population of around 1,000,000.
• We are a Level 2 trauma center accredited by the PA Trauma Systems Foundation, as well as a regional center for cardiology, cardiac and vascular surgery, and cancer treatment.
• Our services include endovascular neurology/neuro-intervention, neurosurgery, behavioral health, vascular and wound care, obstetrics, and pediatric care. We are also recognized as a JCAHO-Accredited Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center.
• Our health system, affiliated with a prestigious university, is a $23 billion healthcare provider and insurer, employing 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians.
• We operate over 40 hospitals, both academic and community-based, along with more than 800 outpatient sites.
• We are committed to innovation in creating new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care.
• Our centers of excellence include transplantation, cancer treatment, neurosurgery, psychiatry, rehabilitation, geriatrics, and women's health, alongside highly ranked hospitals and service lines.

About the Community

• The Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania area is a family-friendly community, featuring excellent schools and numerous colleges nearby, along with a wide range of recreational and cultural activities.
• This region offers a progressive yet relaxed lifestyle, with minimal traffic congestion, allowing children to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment. Our hospital is a key healthcare provider in the area.
• Location: Altoona, situated in South Central Pennsylvania.
• The Altoona Metro Area has a population of approximately 130,000.
• There are outstanding educational institutions in the vicinity.
• Nearby colleges include Penn State University, Penn State Altoona, St. Francis University, Mt. Aloysius College, Juniata College, and the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.
• Cultural offerings include the Altoona Symphony Orchestra, the Historic Mishler Theater, and the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art.
• Recreational opportunities abound, with attractions such as Raystown Lake, Blue Knob Ski Resort, the Altoona Curve (an AA affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates), and several state parks ideal for camping.
• We are conveniently located near major cities like Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City.